Driving 101, which operates the NASCAR Racing Experience, unveiled its 2026 schedule with dates at 18 premier speedways nationwide, including iconic tracks like Daytona International Speedway, Talladega Superspeedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway and the newly added Chicagoland Speedway, company officials stated in a press release.
The 2026 schedule kicked off in January and runs through December, offering fans more opportunities to take the wheel of a real NASCAR race car. And for 2026, NASCAR Racing Experience is offering an upgraded race experience and a more efficient booking system to make it easier to get to the track, noted the release.
“We’re excited to announce the 2026 schedule and continue offering race fans the chance to experience NASCAR like never before,” said Robert Lutz, president and CEO of NASCAR Racing Experience. “There’s nothing quite like being behind the wheel of a real race car, feeling the power, speed and excitement that comes with it. This year, we’re bringing that thrill to more fans across the nation.”
18 Racetracks & New Gen 7 Cars
With 18 locations on the calendar and new Gen7 cars rolling out to the racing fleet, the NASCAR Racing Experience continues to expand its reach, giving fans coast to coast the opportunity to drive on the same tracks where NASCAR legends have raced, company officials said. Spots are limited at each speedway, but for fans attending the race, the popular Monday dates at NASCAR Racing Experience are available for early booking.
Participating tracks include:
- EchoPark Speedway (formerly Atlanta Motor Speedway)
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- Chicagoland Speedway
- Darlington Raceway
- Daytona International Speedway
- Dover Motor Speedway
- Homestead Miami Speedway
- Kansas Speedway
- Kentucky Speedway
- Las Vegas Motor Speedway
- Michigan International Speedway
- Nashville Superspeedway
- New Hampshire Motor Speedway
- Phoenix Raceway
- Richmond Raceway
- Talladega Superspeedway
- Texas Motor Speedway.